1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 111 kg more than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU Ro 80 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ro 80 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
